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Bien Nacido Vineyard

2010 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay

Fess Parker Bien Nacido Vineyard's 2010 Chardonnay from Santa Barbara County is a delightful expression of the region's winemaking excellence. This wine showcases a medium-bodied profile, seamlessly balancing its vibrant acidity with a refreshing, mouthwatering quality that invigorates the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of ripe citrus and stone fruit that add to its complexity. It features a subtle touch of oak that provides a gentle richness without overpowering the wine's character. Dry in style, this Chardonnay is food-friendly and pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, making it a wonderful choice for any occasion. Overall, it encapsulates the delightful essence of Santa Barbara County, promising an enjoyable experience with every sip.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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